Zach Teetsel is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with extensive experience in technology startups and business development. As a Partner at Foundational, Zach specializes in facilitating Seed and Series A venture capital fundraising processes for tech founders. Currently serving as the Director of Business Development at Ekotrope, Zach advances innovative software focused on energy-efficient homes. Zach also owns the Rochester Kitchen Collective, a virtual food hall in Rochester, NY. Previously, Zach co-founded Rudr, aimed at democratizing luxury maritime experiences, and ZeroTwo Consulting, Inc. Zach served as CEO of OrderSnapp, enhancing digital transitions for restaurant owners, and held key roles in business development and operations throughout multiple organizations. Zach holds a Master’s and Bachelor's degree in Mathematics from the State University of New York at Fredonia.